A quiet evening in a lakeside community turned into a heartbreaking tragedy as 35-year-old Andrew Glen Knight lost his life in a drowning incident now under investigation by authorities in Louisa County, Virginia.
According to the Louisa County Sheriff’s Office, the incident unfolded on the evening of Tuesday, April 7, 2026, in the Lakeview Drive common area in Mineral, Virginia. At approximately 8:05 p.m., deputies were dispatched following reports of a possible drowning involving an overturned kayak.
Preliminary findings reveal that Andrew Glen Knight and a young male child were out on the water together when their kayak suddenly overturned. Tragically, neither of them was wearing a life vest at the time — a factor that officials often stress can mean the difference between life and death in emergency situations.
In the midst of the unfolding crisis, a nearby citizen acted swiftly and selflessly, rushing to the scene and successfully rescuing the child by pulling him to safety aboard their boat. Thanks to that quick response, the child survived the terrifying ordeal.
Witnesses at the scene reported that Knight appeared to be attempting to push the overturned kayak back toward shore when he suddenly went underwater. Bystanders immediately began searching for him, desperately trying to locate him before emergency crews arrived, but he was soon lost from sight.
First responders from the Louisa County Sheriff’s Office, along with Fire and EMS teams, quickly converged on the area. Given the urgency of the situation, the Spotsylvania County Dive Team was called in to assist with specialized underwater search operations.
After approximately one hour of intensive searching, divers located Knight in the water. Despite all efforts, he was tragically pronounced deceased at the scene, bringing a somber end to the rescue operation.
Investigators remained on scene, beginning the process of documenting the incident and determining the exact circumstances that led to the drowning. At this time, the case remains an active death investigation, with officials working to piece together every detail.
This devastating incident has left the Mineral community shaken, as friends, family, and neighbors mourn the loss of a life taken far too soon. It also serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of water safety, particularly the use of life jackets, even during routine or recreational outings.
Authorities have not released additional details at this time but urge anyone with information related to the incident to come forward as the investigation continues.







